I see myself as an abitrary colourist, drawn to how colour can be manipulated to influence and transform the mood and perception of a landscape, or the representation of an individual. 

My starting point are the places I’ve been or the people I’ve met, but I also reference journal notes, sketches, and poetry written at the time. By combining these strands, I aim to crystalise the poignancy of these encounters. 

Through this approach, I allow the paintings to work their own way through my thoughts, recollections, and feelings. Illusory paths through my past and future blend with the physical experience of being present — in the present. That sentiment is reflected in the often subverted palette the mood demands. 

I strive, through my use of colour and form, to create a heightened perspective of the place or person — a compelling narrative, and with it, a profound emotional connection. 

I have no formal background in art, but I’ve been scribbling and painting for over twenty years. I’ve now semi-retired, which allows me to focus far more on my art. I work in a range of different mediums including watercolour, gouache, acrylic paint, graphite, coloured pencils — and all things in between. My practice is always evolving as I explore new ways to represent my emotional relationship with the world around me. 

I’m inspired by contemporary landscape and portrait artists, alongside J. M. W. Turner and Vincent Van Gogh. 

I live on the edge of Staffordshire and Shropshire with my wife Sally, our border terrier Jess, and two chickens called Dora and Hetty. I enjoy walking, mountain biking, and trying to wrestle a tune from my guitar. 

Roger

Jess getting in some Zz’s on Baleshare Beach, North Uist, Outer Hebrides